Pale brown patches on prune plums is a common, environmentally induced condition, a sort of “weathering” called “russetting’ or “russet scab.”
Dear Helen: My young prune plum tree has produced a few plums this summer. They are sweet and delicious, but I am concerned about pale brown patches on the skin surfaces of some of the plums. I have heard that a disease called brown rot is a common and serious issue with prune plums.Your description does not indicate brown rot, which rots the fruit. Some of my prune plums always bear those tan patches on the skins.
Blend baking powder with flour and add with milk to eggs. Whisk smooth. Add zucchini, cheese, and hot sauce if you like to spice up otherwise fairly mild-tasting food. Pour into a rectangular pan 23 by 33 cm. Older pans will be identified as 9 by 13 inches. Either oil the pan or line it with parchment paper first. Add topping. Bake at 375 F for 25 to 30 minutes. Top should be golden and puffy.
I’ve found that an effective trap can be made with a shallow layer of apple cider vinegar in a shallow glass jar. Adding a few drops of dish washing liquid enhances the trap’s effectiveness.
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